Drax of Drax Hall
Narrated by Simon Manyonda
- Released
- February 12, 2026
- Length
- 12 hrs 36 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- QUEST from W. F. Howes Ltd
Drax of Drax Hall chronicles the 400-year history of a British plantation-owning family, starting with James Drax's founding of the sugar industry in Barbados in 1627. The story reveals the family's long-standing involvement in slavery and colonialism, leading to immense wealth and influence, including the current head, Richard Drax, a prominent politician. The audiobook explores the family's complex legacy, shedding light on the darker aspects of their history amid ongoing debates about colonialism and its repercussions.
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